1990 Mazda 929 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1990 Mazda 929. (110 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1990 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 905 kg more than 1990 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mazda 929. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mazda 929. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1990 Mazda 929 has manual transmission. 1990 Mazda 929 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 929 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | 929 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
